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Motorists urged to avoid Woodhead Pass after collision

Motorists are being urged to avoid the Woodhead Pass following a collision between two HGVs.

The drivers of the lorries suffered minor injuries, however one of the vehicles requires recovery. 

Significant disruption to the Woodhead Pass has occurred as a result of the incident. 

Police received reports of two HGVs involved in a crash at around 7.55am on Wednesday (17 August). 

The road was fully closed off initially, but it is now partially blocked in both directions.

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